My first priority is to make counseling more affirming, empowering, and welcoming for diverse people. My combined experiences as a counselor, researcher, and professor across the past 10+ years have been devoted towards fulfilling these goals. More recently, I've worked with individuals living with chronic illness(es) and supported them in navigating their wellness and healthcare experiences.
The foundation of my approach to counseling involves recognizing the strengths, values, & cultural backgrounds of my clients. Clients can expect that we will examine how their thoughts, feelings, & behaviors are connected. This approach, known as Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, is evidence-based & highly effective; I integrate it with culturally responsive and trauma-informed modalities (e.g., Relational Cultural, Person-Centered, and EMDR therapies). I have found this approach to be meaningful for my clients & their needs.
Clients can expect to leave sessions feeling equipped to explore (and disrupt if necessary) connections between their thoughts, feelings, & behaviors. This is particularly relevant for how they're thinking about theirselves and their ability to handle stressors. They can also expect to feel prepared to make meaningful progress towards becoming the version of themselves that they're hoping to see.
